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headland

noun

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Meaning

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A strip of land that projects into a body of water, or the top edge of a cliff or mountain.

Example Sentence

The ship navigated carefully around the rocky headland to reach the sheltered bay.

Usage Note

Used to describe a prominent piece of land extending into a sea, lake, or river, often a navigational landmark or a geographical feature.